Stories From Main Street: NJ Transplant Recipient Won't Compete At World Transplant Games Due To Lack Of Funds

He was seemingly the perfect candidate to represent the United States and New Jersey in the World Transplant Games in Durban, South Africa.

But it was not to be. At the last minute, donations for the trip fell short.

Nevertheless, he’s keeping things in perspective. He says he’s just thankful to be alive.

“All of the accomplishments that I’ve taken on after these three years, I dedicate to my donor and their family because without them none of this would be possible and I don’t know if I’d still be here,” he said.

Vinszee now runs Hearts in Hand, a support network for transplant candidates and recipients. He shares his story with the hope of saving even more lives.

“If you’re comfortable, become a donor, because you will the reason why someone else is living,” he said.